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Dr. Brian McDonald, MD

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD

Critical Care Medicine*
25+ years of experience

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Schenectady, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McDonald has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Columbia University Vagelos College of Physicians and Surgeons in 1997. He is affiliated with medical facilities Ellis Hospital and Saratoga Hospital. He is accepting new patients and telehealth appointments.

3.6 Star Rating
Based on 10 reviews 3.6 Star Rating (10 reviews)

Practice

1101 Nott St # C1 Schenectady, NY 12308
Telehealth available

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At a Glance

  • Areas of Expertise
    Dr. McDonald specializes in the areas of Critical Care Medicine, Pulmonary Disease & Pulmonology. See board certifications
  • Explains Conditions Well
    Patients said this doctor explains conditions well. See reviews
  • Offers Telehealth
    This doctor offers telehealth appointments. Call the office to schedule an appointment.
  • Hospital Satisfaction
    Patients said they were highly satisfied at this doctor's hospital. See hospitals
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Dr. McDonald's Reviews

Likelihood to recommend Dr. McDonald

3.6
10 ratings, 7 with a written review
5 star
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4 star
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3 star
10%
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2 star
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1 star
30%
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5 stars — Recommend
When my doctor retired I was lucky to be assigned to Dr McDonald. He listened carefully to my concerns and picked up on the need to update my spirometry and nighttime O2 levels. Even when the patient load is heavy you don’t feel his care is rushed.
What went well
  • I felt respected
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
1 other person found this helpful
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Apr 19, 2024
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Hasn't done well with follow up doesn't seem to want to help needs to be reported for neglect. Discharged me from the hospital with 13 labs that were off and never told me thankfully I was able to access my chart. Lung collapsed 30 days after a procedure and has neglected to go in to figure out what's wrong. Says everything is good when it's obviously not. My breathing has been very bad. Also refused to transfer me when the hospital was very concerned. Went for a follow-up with him after discharge and he stated everything looked good with CT scan I would like a referral to another Dr that's familiar with lung valves
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
3 others found this helpful
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Catherine M McKernan – Dec 19, 2022
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YES ! Very knowledgeable and supportive.
What went well
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
  • Office environment
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Staff wasn't friendly
1 other person found this helpful
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Aug 04, 2021
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my experience has been wonderful, he is a very intelligent dr who knows his stuff and always helps me when i call and calls in my prescriptions due to emergencies. very thorough in describing whats going on with my lungs etc. he deserves more than 5 stars.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
  • Wait times
What could be improved
No results
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arlene wachunas – Feb 03, 2021
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No one EVER responds in a timely manner, life or death situations, they keep you waiting for days/ more like weeks. There's no urgency. He has absolutely no bedside manner. His receptionist Terri, is absolutely difficult to get through to, she's rude, curt and uncaring, as well as McDonald. She is horrible to deal with, someone like that should not be holding that position. Overall it's a very disappointing practice for many, many reasons. Go elsewhere.
What went well
No results
What could be improved
  • Difficult to schedule appointment
  • Didn't listen or answer questions
  • Didn't explain conditions well
  • Staff wasn't friendly
  • Appointment was rushed
  • Didn't trust the provider's decisions
4 others found this helpful
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Clifton Park, NY – Aug 12, 2017
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Personable,thorough & caring.
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Appointment scheduling
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
No results
5 others found this helpful
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L.Blowers in Amsterdam, NY – Mar 30, 2016
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He is a knowledgeable patient doctor. Takes time to explain things. When you have pulmonary problems it can be very scary. I trust him
What went well
  • Office environment
  • Listened & answered questions
  • Explained conditions well
  • Staff friendliness
  • Appointment wasn't rushed
  • Trusted the provider's decisions
What could be improved
  • Long wait times
6 others found this helpful
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Renee Iler in Pattersonville, NY – Jan 11, 2016
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About Me

biography

Dr. Brian McDonald, MD is a critical care medicine specialist in Schenectady, NY and has over 25 years of experience in the medical field. Dr. McDonald has extensive experience in Obstructive Lung Disease. He graduated from Columbia University...read more
  • Critical Care Medicine

  • Pulmonary Disease

  • Internal Medicine

*Healthgrades does not verify qualifications for medical specialties. Please verify your provider's specialty and qualifications directly with your provider and applicable medical board.

  • Columbia Presby Hospital

    Fellowship Hospital, 2003
  • Columbia Presby

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • New York Presbyterian Hospital - Columbia Presbyterian Center

    Internship Hospital, 1998
  • Columbia University Vagelos College Of Physicians And Surgeons

    Medical School, 1997
American Board of Medical Specialties®
American Board of Internal Medicine®
Critical Care Medicine
Pulmonary Disease
American Board of Medical Specialties
Pulmonology
Self designated 
For detailed information about any of the below board actions, please search for the provider's records on the linked state licensing board or the Federation of State Medical Boards. To learn more about the difference between these sources, please refer to our FAQs.
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  • English

  • Italian

  • Russian

Locations

Practice

Office1101 Nott St # C1 Schenectady, NY 12308
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Practice

Office116 Polar Plz Amsterdam, NY 12010
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Practice

Schenectady Pulmonary & Critical Care Associates PC124 Rosa Rd Ste 382 Schenectady, NY 12308
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  • Call
  • Fax
  • Hours
    • Mon: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Tue: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Wed: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Thu: 7:00am - 5:00pm
    • Fri: 7:00am - 5:00pm
  • Directions

Affiliated Hospitals

  • Saratoga Hospital

    211 Church St
    Saratoga Springs, NY 12866
    Recipient of 9
    hospital awards

    Outstanding Patient Experience Award™ (2023, 2022)

    Top in the nation for overall patient experience based on nine measures related to doctor and nurse communication, hospital cleanliness and noise levels, and medication and post-discharge care instructions

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    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    87%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    3% higher than the national average

    82%
    Patients said that nurses always listened to them and explained things well

    7% higher than the national average

    View all patient feedback
  • Ellis Hospital

    1101 Nott St
    Schenectady, NY 12308

    How patients felt about the care they received at this hospital.

    85%
    Patients said they were given information about recovering at home

    1% higher than the national average

    73%
    Patients said that doctors always listened to them and explained things well

    3% lower than the national average

    View all patient feedback
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